{"product_id":"ultum-nature-systems-controsoil-freshwater-aquarium-soil-black-normal-3-l","title":"Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil Freshwater Aquarium Soil, Black Normal 3 L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltum Nature Systems Controsoil is a volcanic-ash freshwater aqua soil substrate for planted aquariums, with granules designed to support oxygen exchange and nutrient availability.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGranule composition and sizes support oxygen exchange and provide rich nutrients for aquatic plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for freshwater fish and shrimp that prefer slightly acidic water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow ammonia release promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo rinsing is required; the substrate absorbs impurities to help clarify cloudy water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffers water to a slightly acidic pH and lowers kH to support plant nutrient consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor aquariums with live plants, the substrate beneath the water can influence both plant-growing conditions and water chemistry. Controsoil is made for planted freshwater setups, including aquascaping and live plant propagation, while also suiting fish and shrimp that prefer slightly acidic conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does Controsoil support planted aquariums?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts granule composition and sizes are designed to allow oxygen exchange and provide nutrients for aquatic plants. The volcanic-ash substrate is identified as 6.8 pH and is intended to create water conditions that help plants consume nutrients. It also buffers pH toward slightly acidic water and lowers total water hardness (kH).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade for planted aquariums and live plant propagation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports an environment with lower kH for aquatic plant nutrient consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it with freshwater fish and shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Controsoil is suitable for freshwater inhabitants, including tropical fish and shrimp, when they prefer slightly acidic aquarium water. Its low ammonia release also promotes beneficial bacteria growth, a useful feature when establishing a planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater use for fish and shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for inhabitants suited to slightly acidic water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Controsoil need rinsing, and what comes in this option?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo rinsing is required before use. The substrate actively absorbs impurities to help clarify and detoxify cloudy water. This option is black, in the Normal grade, and contains 3 liters (0.79 US gal) of aqua soil; use that volume when choosing how much substrate to purchase for your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: Normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage quantity: 3 liters (0.79 US gal).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eControsoil is suited to aquarists building a planted freshwater aquarium or aquascape with plants and compatible fish or shrimp. Its volcanic-ash granules combine plant-focused substrate features with slightly acidic water buffering in a 3-liter black Normal option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil need to be rinsed before use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil requires no rinsing and absorbs impurities to help clarify cloudy aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil be used with shrimp and fish?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Ultum Nature Systems Controsoil is suitable for freshwater fish and shrimp that prefer slightly acidic aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Ultum Nature Systems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55660885115223,"sku":"B07C2QZC6Z","price":73.12,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/ultum-nature-systems-controsoil-front-view.jpg?v=1793329625","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/ultum-nature-systems-controsoil-freshwater-aquarium-soil-black-normal-3-l","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}